Be Bold with Beth WhitmanTue, 13 Mar 2018 23:08:44 +0000Tue, 20 Mar 2018 01:47:30 +0000Libsyn WebEngine 2.0http://beboldpodcast.com/podcasts
enhttp://beboldpodcast.com/podcastsbeth@wanderlustandlipstick.com (beth@wanderlustandlipstick.com)http://static.libsyn.com/p/assets/3/6/d/e/36de0f9c12aca860/Be-Bold-Cover-Art.jpgBe Bold with Beth WhitmanBeth Whitmanadventure,exercise,health,philanthropy,spirituality,travel,vegan,vegetarian,wellness,womennobethwhitwa@gmail.comepisodic#041 Ocean Rower Megan BigingOcean Rower Megan BigingTue, 13 Mar 2018 23:08:44 +0000Megan Biging is an ocean rower. Megan, along with her rowing partner, traversed the Pacific Ocean from Monterrey, California to Honolulu, Hawaii in the Great Pacific Race. It took them 57 days to complete. But in doing so, they set a world record.

In this episode, Megan talks about what it took--both mentally and physically--to complete this epic journey, how she prepared for it, what her days (and nights) were like on the open water and what it was like to return home, only to find that no one seemed very impressed with her very huge accomplishment.

]]>Megan Biging is an ocean rower. Megan, along with her rowing partner, traversed the Pacific Ocean from Monterrey, California to Honolulu, Hawaii in the Great Pacific Race. It took them 57 days to complete. But in doing so, they set a world record.

In this episode, Megan talks about what it took--both mentally and physically--to complete this epic journey, how she prepared for it, what her days (and nights) were like on the open water and what it was like to return home, only to find that no one seemed very impressed with her very huge accomplishment.

]]>01:59:37notravel,pacific,ocean,race,great,rowing,megan,bigingMegan Biging is an ocean rower. Megan, along with her rowing partner, traversed the Pacific Ocean from Monterrey, CA to Honolulu, HI It took them 57 days to complete and in doing so, they set a world record.
Megan talks about what it took--both mentally and physically--to complete this epic journey, how she prepared for it, what her days (and nights) were like on the open water and what it was like to return home, only to find that no one seemed very impressed with her very huge accomplishment.41fullBeth Whitman#040 Pauline Frommer, Co-President Frommer's Guides & Frommers.comPauline Frommer, Co-President of Frommer's Guides & Frommers.comTue, 20 Feb 2018 23:13:09 +0000Pauline Frommer is the Co-President of Frommer's, where she oversees the publication of the guidebooks, the Frommers.com website and is the host of two weekly radio shows.

Frommers just celebrated their 60th year in business and continue to be one of the leading publishers where they produce high quality print books utilizing top notch journalists who provide unique perspectives at destinations around the world.

]]>Pauline Frommer is the Co-President of Frommer's, where she oversees the publication of the guidebooks, the Frommers.com website and is the host of two weekly radio shows.

Frommers just celebrated their 60th year in business and continue to be one of the leading publishers where they produce high quality print books utilizing top notch journalists who provide unique perspectives at destinations around the world.

]]>59:09notravel,women,frommers,guidebooksPauline Frommer is the Co-President of Frommer's, where she oversees the publication of the guidebooks, the Frommers.com website and is the host of two weekly radio shows.
Frommers just celebrated their 60th year in business and continue to be one of the leading publishers where they produce high quality print books utilizing top notch journalists who provide unique perspectives at destinations around the world.40fullBeth Whitman#039 Talking Compassion with Linda FaneTalking compassion with Linda FaneWed, 14 Feb 2018 15:16:56 +0000On today's episode, I'm doing something a bit different. Today I'm speaking with previous Be Bold guest, Linda Fane, on the topic of compassion.

Linda is a long-time Buddhist practitioner and Buddhist teacher whom you might recall from episode 5. Here we dive into a conversation about compassion, what the term means and how we can practically apply it to every day situations.

Linda is a long-time Buddhist practitioner and Buddhist teacher whom you might recall from episode 5. Here we dive into a conversation about compassion, what the term means and how we can practically apply it to every day situations.

You can find all episodes at BeBoldPodcast.com

]]>37:33nowisdom,buddhism,compassionOn today's episode, I'm doing something a bit different. Today I'm speaking with previous Be Bold guest, Linda Fane, on the topic of compassion.
Linda is a long-time Buddhist practitioner and Buddhist teacher whom you might recall from episode 5. Here we dive into a conversation about compassion, what the term means and how we can practically apply it to every day situations.
You can find all episodes at BeBoldPodcast.com39fullBeth Whitman#038 Nurse-Midwife and Adventurer Angel MurdockNurse Midwife and Adventurer Angel MurdockMon, 05 Feb 2018 23:06:06 +0000Angel Murdock is a Nurse Midwife, the Nomads Women’s Clinic Co-director and a women’s health adventurer. She spent a month trekking in one of Nepal's most remote regions to help administer medications to pregnant women and provide feminine products to those who otherwise don't have any access to basic care.

Angel is a wife as well as mother to four children. In her spare time she meditates and rock climbs. Yes, she's an all around adventurer who's life philosophy is to live her truth and to serve others.

]]>Angel Murdock is a Nurse Midwife, the Nomads Women’s Clinic Co-director and a women’s health adventurer. She spent a month trekking in one of Nepal's most remote regions to help administer medications to pregnant women and provide feminine products to those who otherwise don't have any access to basic care.

Angel is a wife as well as mother to four children. In her spare time she meditates and rock climbs. Yes, she's an all around adventurer who's life philosophy is to live her truth and to serve others.

]]>01:09:25nonepal,buddhism,midwife,trekking,dolpoAngel Murdock is a Nurse Midwife, the Nomads Women’s Clinic Co-director and a women’s health adventurer. She spent a month trekking in one of Nepal's most remote regions to help administer medications to pregnant women and provide feminine products to those who otherwise don't have any access to basic care.
Angel is a wife as well as mother to four children. In her spare time she meditates and rock climbs. Yes, she's an all around adventurer who's life philosophy is to live her truth and to serve oth38fullBeth Whitman#037 Filmmaker and Writer Jennifer JordanFilmmaker and Writer Jennifer JordanTue, 30 Jan 2018 22:18:14 +0000Jennifer Jordan is the director of the documentary 3,000 Cups of Tea: The Rise and Ruin of Greg Mortenson. Greg is the author of the NY Times Bestseller, Three Cups of Tea, and was accused of, among other things, a number of inaccuracies in his story.

After seeing a 60 Minutes expose on Greg, Jennifer wanted to tell his side of the story which, she felt, was neglected. In this conversation we talk about the film as well as the affects of someone being taken down after having done so much good in the world.

]]>Jennifer Jordan is the director of the documentary 3,000 Cups of Tea: The Rise and Ruin of Greg Mortenson. Greg is the author of the NY Times Bestseller, Three Cups of Tea, and was accused of, among other things, a number of inaccuracies in his story.

After seeing a 60 Minutes expose on Greg, Jennifer wanted to tell his side of the story which, she felt, was neglected. In this conversation we talk about the film as well as the affects of someone being taken down after having done so much good in the world.

]]>01:33:46nowriter,greg,filmmaker,author,afghanistan,mortenson,speaker,pakistanJennifer Jordan is the director of the documentary 3,000 Cups of Tea: The Rise and Ruin of Greg Mortenson. Greg is the author of the NY Times Bestseller, Three Cups of Tea, and was accused of, among other things, a number of inaccuracies in his story.
After seeing a 60 Minutes expose on Greg, Jennifer wanted to tell his side of the story which, she felt, was neglected. In this conversation we talk about the film and the affects of someone being taken down after having done so much good in the world.37fullBeth Whitman#036 TV Host and Travel Expert Samantha BrownTV Host and Travel Expert Samantha BrownTue, 23 Jan 2018 18:48:56 +0000You likely know Samantha Brown from her 10+ years as a TV host on the Travel Channel where she traveled the world introducing viewers to the greatest hotels, getaways, weekend adventures and interesting places in China.

Most recently, she launched her latest series on PBS, Samantha Brown’s Places to Love, where she travels around the US and world to highlight little-known but well-loved people who make a destination an enriching experience for travelers and viewers.

But Samantha’s also a wife and mom of two and still somehow maintains her girl next door appeal.

]]>You likely know Samantha Brown from her 10+ years as a TV host on the Travel Channel where she traveled the world introducing viewers to the greatest hotels, getaways, weekend adventures and interesting places in China.

Most recently, she launched her latest series on PBS, Samantha Brown’s Places to Love, where she travels around the US and world to highlight little-known but well-loved people who make a destination an enriching experience for travelers and viewers.

But Samantha’s also a wife and mom of two and still somehow maintains her girl next door appeal.

]]>01:11:11notravel,television,adventure,brown,samanthaYou likely know Samantha Brown from her 10+ years as a TV host on the Travel Channel where she traveled the world introducing viewers to the greatest hotels, getaways, weekend adventures and interesting places in China.
Most recently, she launched her latest series on PBS, Samantha Brown’s Places to Love, where she travels around the US and world to highlight little-known but well-loved people who make a destination an enriching experience for travelers and viewers.
36fullBeth Whitman#035 Explorer, Activist, Educator Debi GoldmanExplorer, Activist, Educator Debi GoldmanTue, 16 Jan 2018 17:04:05 +0000Debi Goldman leads an amazing life. She helped co-found the Tibetan Nun’s Project, she's spent years living and traveling in India, speaks Hindi, has met with the Dalai Lama on numerous occasions AND she’s leading our North India tour this year.

In this episode, we talk about what led her to spending so much time in India, how ego and expectations can get in the way and how important it is to process experiences so you can fully appreciate and understand them.

]]>Debi Goldman leads an amazing life. She helped co-found the Tibetan Nun’s Project, she's spent years living and traveling in India, speaks Hindi, has met with the Dalai Lama on numerous occasions AND she’s leading our North India tour this year.

In this episode, we talk about what led her to spending so much time in India, how ego and expectations can get in the way and how important it is to process experiences so you can fully appreciate and understand them.

]]>01:47:52notravel,nepal,tibet,india,dalai,lamaDebi Goldman leads an amazing life. She helped co-found the Tibetan Nun’s Project, she's spent years living and traveling in India, speaks Hindi, has met with the Dalai Lama on numerous occasions AND she’s leading our North India tour this year.
In this episode, we talk about what led her to spending so much time in India, how ego and expectations can get in the way and how important it is to process experiences so you can fully appreciate and understand them.
35fullBeth Whitman#034 2x Olympian and Mindset Coach Nicole Davis2x Olympian and Mindset Coach Nicole DavisTue, 09 Jan 2018 23:52:39 +0000Nicole Davis is a two time Olympian, having won silver medals in volleyball at the 2008 and 2012 Olympics. She was also part of the 2014 US team that won the World Championships in volleyball.

She retired from volleyball in 2015 and now works at Compete to Create, a performance coaching organization started by Seattle Seahawks' Coach Carroll and performance psychologist Dr. Michael Gervais.

Nicole is a Mindset Coach, helping people to become the best versions of themselves in whatever they are pursuing.

]]>Nicole Davis is a two time Olympian, having won silver medals in volleyball at the 2008 and 2012 Olympics. She was also part of the 2014 US team that won the World Championships in volleyball.

She retired from volleyball in 2015 and now works at Compete to Create, a performance coaching organization started by Seattle Seahawks' Coach Carroll and performance psychologist Dr. Michael Gervais.

Nicole is a Mindset Coach, helping people to become the best versions of themselves in whatever they are pursuing.

]]>01:45:32noathlete,sports,olympicsNicole Davis is a two time Olympian, having won silver medals in volleyball at the 2008 and 2012 Olympics. She was also part of the 2014 US team that won the World Championships in volleyball.
She retired from the sport in 2015 and now works at Compete to Create as a Mindset Coach. This organization was started by Seattle Seahawks' Coach Carroll and high performance psychologist Dr. Michael Gervais.
Nicole now helps people become the best versions of themselves in whatever they are pursuing.34fullBeth Whitman#033 Running the Seattle QuadzillaRunning the Seattle QuadzillaThu, 04 Jan 2018 20:14:34 +0000In this episode I deconstruct how I ran four marathons in four days during the Seattle Quadzilla over Thanksgiving weekend. I answer many of the questions I've been asked about the why and how of running this series of races.

I address the physical preparation of training runs in the weeks and months leading up to the event, my nutrition before and during the runs, what I wore, how I recovered each day and how I felt afterward (pretty darn good!).

]]>In this episode I deconstruct how I ran four marathons in four days during the Seattle Quadzilla over Thanksgiving weekend. I answer many of the questions I've been asked about the why and how of running this series of races.

I address the physical preparation of training runs in the weeks and months leading up to the event, my nutrition before and during the runs, what I wore, how I recovered each day and how I felt afterward (pretty darn good!).

]]>31:57noexercise,fitness,running,health,marathon,quadzillaIn this episode I deconstruct how I ran four marathons in four days during the Seattle Quadzilla over Thanksgiving weekend. I answer many of the questions I've been asked about the why and how of running this series of races.
I address the physical preparation of training runs in the weeks and months leading up to the event, my nutrition before and during the runs, what I wore, how I recovered each day and how I felt afterward (pretty darn good!).33fullBeth Whitman#032 Musician Laura LoveMusician Laura LoveWed, 13 Dec 2017 03:59:22 +0000Musician Laura Love is best known as a singer/songwriter whose sound has been called Afro-Celtic. She was one of the first musicians to be signed with the Putamayo record label. Though she hasn't recorded for the past decade or so, she has recently begun writing again after experiencing some very dramatic struggles.

This conversation is both heart-breaking and heart-warming as Laura shares her tragic origin story. Somehow through it all, she still sees the world as a place filled with love and kindness.

]]>Musician Laura Love is best known as a singer/songwriter whose sound has been called Afro-Celtic. She was one of the first musicians to be signed with the Putamayo record label. Though she hasn't recorded for the past decade or so, she has recently begun writing again after experiencing some very dramatic struggles.

This conversation is both heart-breaking and heart-warming as Laura shares her tragic origin story. Somehow through it all, she still sees the world as a place filled with love and kindness.

]]>01:00:15noMusician Laura Love is best known as a singer/songwriter whose sound has been called Afro-Celtic. She was one of the first musicians to be signed with the Putamayo record label. Though she hasn't recorded for the past decade or so, she has recently begun writing again after experiencing some very dramatic struggles.
This conversation is both heart-breaking and heart-warming as Laura shares her tragic origin story. Somehow through it all, she still sees the world as a place filled with love and kindness.32fullBeth Whitman#031 Sex and Relationship Expert Dr. Pepper SchwartzSex and Relationship Expert Dr. Pepper SchwartzTue, 05 Dec 2017 19:53:35 +0000You might know Dr. Pepper Schwartz from any one of many places. She’s a professor of Sociology at the University of Washington. But she’s also the author of 25 books, the former Sex and Relationship Expert with AARP and she is now on her sixth season of Lifetime TVs Married at First Sight.

In this conversation, we talk about the influence that the times have on us. In Pepper’s case, as a child of the 60’s, she was surrounded by a culture of sex, drugs and rock and roll and she learned how to push the boundaries at a very early age.

A Yale graduate, she’s had a successful career at the University of Washington as one of the first professors hired for a tenured position (she’s now been there for 40 years).

She continues to change with the times and her teachings reflect her own interests and path including, now, sex in the aging population.

]]>You might know Dr. Pepper Schwartz from any one of many places. She’s a professor of Sociology at the University of Washington. But she’s also the author of 25 books, the former Sex and Relationship Expert with AARP and she is now on her sixth season of Lifetime TVs Married at First Sight.

In this conversation, we talk about the influence that the times have on us. In Pepper’s case, as a child of the 60’s, she was surrounded by a culture of sex, drugs and rock and roll and she learned how to push the boundaries at a very early age.

A Yale graduate, she’s had a successful career at the University of Washington as one of the first professors hired for a tenured position (she’s now been there for 40 years).

She continues to change with the times and her teachings reflect her own interests and path including, now, sex in the aging population.

]]>01:07:45noYou might know Dr. Pepper Schwartz from any one of many places. She’s a professor of Sociology at the University of Washington. But she’s also the author of 25 books, the former Sex and Relationship Expert with AARP and she is now on her sixth season of Lifetime TVs Married at First Sight.
She continues to change with the times and her teachings reflect her own interests and path including sex in the aging population.
31fullBeth Whitman#030 Nicole Antoinette of Real Talk RadioNicole Antoinette of Real Talk RadioWed, 29 Nov 2017 19:50:21 +0000Nicole Antoinette is the host of the wildly popular podcast, Real Talk Radio with Nicole Antoinette. She knows how to get to the heart of a matter and, in the process, she’s going to have a really strong opinion about a topic.

In this conversation, we covered a wide range of topics including what she observes as the reason many people are afraid to commit to a decision and also her ongoing search for figuring out how to close the gap between saying what we want and actually doing it.

]]>Nicole Antoinette is the host of the wildly popular podcast, Real Talk Radio with Nicole Antoinette. She knows how to get to the heart of a matter and, in the process, she’s going to have a really strong opinion about a topic.

In this conversation, we covered a wide range of topics including what she observes as the reason many people are afraid to commit to a decision and also her ongoing search for figuring out how to close the gap between saying what we want and actually doing it.

]]>01:47:11noNicole Antoinette is the host of the wildly popular podcast, Real Talk Radio with Nicole Antoinette. She knows how to get to the heart of a matter and, in the process, she’s going to have a really strong opinion about a topic.
In this conversation, we covered a wide range of topics including what she observes as the reason many people are afraid to commit to a decision and also her ongoing search for figuring out how to close the gap between saying what we want and actually doing it. 30full#029 Being Bold with Your Food Choices over the HolidaysBeing Bold with Your Food Choices Over the HolidaysThu, 23 Nov 2017 01:58:23 +0000I take time out this week to provide some perspective (and tips) on how to make healthy food choices over the holidays. With so much pressure to eat (often unhealthy) comfort foods with family and friends, it takes Being Bold to say "no" to food (and drink) that aren't good for you.

These tips can easily be used for travel as well!

]]>I take time out this week to provide some perspective (and tips) on how to make healthy food choices over the holidays. With so much pressure to eat (often unhealthy) comfort foods with family and friends, it takes Being Bold to say "no" to food (and drink) that aren't good for you.

These tips can easily be used for travel as well!

]]>21:51noI take time out this week to provide some perspective (and tips) on how to make healthy food choices over the holidays. With so much pressure to eat (often unhealthy) comfort foods with family and friends, it takes Being Bold to say "no" to food (and drink) that aren't good for you.
These tips can easily be used for travel as well!29fullBeth Whitman#028 Speaker, Author, Apache Pilot Shannon Huffman PolsonAuthor, speaker and veteran Shannon Huffman PolsonTue, 14 Nov 2017 03:43:32 +0000Shannon Huffman Polson is a former Apache helicopter pilot. She estimates that there’s probably fewer than 100 women trained as Apache pilots, putting her in rare company.

But she's also a wife, mom of two boys, public speaker and the author of North of Hope which chronicles her grief after losing her dad and stepmom in a rare grizzly attack in the Arctic. Shannon's discovered the importance of owning her own story and narrative and, through storytelling, encourages others to do just that.

]]>Shannon Huffman Polson is a former Apache helicopter pilot. She estimates that there’s probably fewer than 100 women trained as Apache pilots, putting her in rare company.

But she's also a wife, mom of two boys, public speaker and the author of North of Hope which chronicles her grief after losing her dad and stepmom in a rare grizzly attack in the Arctic. Shannon's discovered the importance of owning her own story and narrative and, through storytelling, encourages others to do just that.

]]>01:23:26noShannon Huffman Polson is a former Apache helicopter pilot. She estimates that there’s probably fewer than 100 women trained as Apache pilots, putting her in rare company.
But she's also a wife, mom of two boys, public speaker and the author of North of Hope which chronicles her grief after losing her dad and stepmom in a rare grizzly attack in the Arctic. Shannon's discovered the importance of owning her own story and narrative and, through storytelling, encourages others to do just that.28fullBeth Whitman#027 Congressional Candidate Mona DasCongressional Candidate Mona DasTue, 07 Nov 2017 19:54:51 +0000Mona Das is running for Congress in the 8th District of Washington State. This is no ordinary candidate. Mona challenged my perception of Indian women as well as politicians.

At 5'1", Mona is a powerhouse of strength, motivation and opinions. AND, she has a heart of gold. We covered a wide range of topics far outside typical political conversation. It's her ability to be honest with herself and others that I believe will appeal to her voters (and listeners of this episode)!

]]>Mona Das is running for Congress in the 8th District of Washington State. This is no ordinary candidate. Mona challenged my perception of Indian women as well as politicians.

At 5'1", Mona is a powerhouse of strength, motivation and opinions. AND, she has a heart of gold. We covered a wide range of topics far outside typical political conversation. It's her ability to be honest with herself and others that I believe will appeal to her voters (and listeners of this episode)!

]]>01:38:56noMona Das is running for Congress in the 8th District of Washington State. This is no ordinary candidate. Mona challenged my perception of Indian women as well as politicians.
At 5'1", Mona is a powerhouse of strength, motivation and opinions. AND, she has a heart of gold. We covered a wide range of topics far outside typical political conversation. It's her ability to be honest with herself and others that I believe will appeal to her voters (and listeners of this episode)!27full#026 Lifelong Traveler Meg Noble PetersonLifelong Traveler Meg Noble PetersonTue, 31 Oct 2017 00:43:06 +0000Meg Noble Peterson is an author and lifelong traveler. At 89, she hasn't stopped traveling abroad. As a matter of fact, she had just returned from Mongolia when we recorded this episode.

Meg's enthusiasm for travel continues, even after nearly 70 years of globetrotting. She still loves airplanes and watching the clouds out the window and is motivated by getting to know other cultures.

She's got a few tips to share after visiting so many countries that she's lost count.

]]>Meg Noble Peterson is an author and lifelong traveler. At 89, she hasn't stopped traveling abroad. As a matter of fact, she had just returned from Mongolia when we recorded this episode.

Meg's enthusiasm for travel continues, even after nearly 70 years of globetrotting. She still loves airplanes and watching the clouds out the window and is motivated by getting to know other cultures.

She's got a few tips to share after visiting so many countries that she's lost count.

]]>01:04:05noMeg Noble Peterson is an author and lifelong traveler. At 89, she hasn't stopped traveling abroad. As a matter of fact, she had just returned from Mongolia when we recorded this episode.
Meg's enthusiasm for travel continues, even after nearly 70 years of globetrotting. She still loves airplanes and watching the clouds out the window and is motivated by getting to know other cultures.
She's got a few tips to share after visiting so many countries that she's lost count.26fullBeth Whitman#025 Nuu Muu's Ashley FullenwiderNuu Muu's Ashley FullenwiderTue, 24 Oct 2017 15:47:49 +0000Ashley Fullenwider is a co-founder of Nuu Muu, the makers of exercise apparel for women.

But her skills and time are spent well beyond Nuu Muu. Ashley also works at Argonne National Laboratories as a political scientist and linguist and travels extensively to work against the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction.

She’s also a National Collegiate Champion of Ultimate Frisbee and is on the Board of Bellingham Youth Ultimate where she gets to coach young people in Ultimate Frisbee.

]]>Ashley Fullenwider is a co-founder of Nuu Muu, the makers of exercise apparel for women.

But her skills and time are spent well beyond Nuu Muu. Ashley also works at Argonne National Laboratories as a political scientist and linguist and travels extensively to work against the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction.

She’s also a National Collegiate Champion of Ultimate Frisbee and is on the Board of Bellingham Youth Ultimate where she gets to coach young people in Ultimate Frisbee.

]]>01:10:55notravel,women,sports,clothes,apparelAshley Fullenwider is a co-founder of Nuu Muu, the makers of exercise apparel for women.
But her skills and time are spent well beyond Nuu Muu. Ashley also works at Argonne National Laboratories as a political scientist and linguist and travels extensively to work against the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction.
She’s also a National Collegiate Champion of Ultimate Frisbee and is on the Board of Bellingham Youth Ultimate where she gets to coach young people in Ultimate Frisbee.25fullBeth Whitman#024 Photographer/Filmmaker Michele WestmorlandPhotographer/Filmmmaker Michele WestmorlandWed, 11 Oct 2017 10:00:13 +0000Michele Westmorland is best known for her underwater photography. But she has just released a new documentary film called Headhunt Revisited that follows the story of an American woman who, in the 1920s traveled to the Solomons and Papua New Guinea to document the tribes in oil and canvas.

We talk about this passion project of Michele's and how it took her 15 years to complete this film about a woman who was as tenacious in the 1920s as Michele is today.

]]>Michele Westmorland is best known for her underwater photography. But she has just released a new documentary film called Headhunt Revisited that follows the story of an American woman who, in the 1920s traveled to the Solomons and Papua New Guinea to document the tribes in oil and canvas.

We talk about this passion project of Michele's and how it took her 15 years to complete this film about a woman who was as tenacious in the 1920s as Michele is today.

]]>01:22:06noMichele Westmorland is best known for her underwater photography. But she has just released a new documentary film called Headhunt Revisited that follows the story of an American woman who, in the 1920s traveled to the Solomons and Papua New Guinea to document the tribes in oil and canvas.
We talk about this passion project of Michele's and how it took her 15 years to complete this film about a woman who was as tenacious in the 1920s as Michele is today.24fullBeth Whitman#023 Kenyan Changemaker Carol OderaKenyan Changemaker Carol OderaWed, 04 Oct 2017 03:51:00 +0000Carol Odera is a 2017 Mandela Washington Fellow. This program, started by Nelson Mandela and former president Barack Obama recognizes, young African leaders for their outstanding work in a variety of fields.

Carol holds an MBA in Strategic Management and a Bachelors Degree in Business Administration.

But these accomplishments barely scratch the surface of what she’s trying to accomplish in Kenya. There she’s trying to change a culture. In her community near Lake Victoria in Kenya, she’s educating the women and encouraging them to find sustainable ways of living through a variety of innovative resources.

]]>Carol Odera is a 2017 Mandela Washington Fellow. This program, started by Nelson Mandela and former president Barack Obama recognizes, young African leaders for their outstanding work in a variety of fields.

Carol holds an MBA in Strategic Management and a Bachelors Degree in Business Administration.

But these accomplishments barely scratch the surface of what she’s trying to accomplish in Kenya. There she’s trying to change a culture. In her community near Lake Victoria in Kenya, she’s educating the women and encouraging them to find sustainable ways of living through a variety of innovative resources.

]]>01:13:20noCarol Odera is a 2017 Mandela Washington Fellow, a program started by Nelson Mandela and Barack Obama that recognizes African leaders for outstanding work in a variety of fields.
Carol holds an MBA in Strategic Management and a Bachelors Degree in Business Administration.
These accomplishments barely scratch the surface of what she’s trying to accomplish in Kenya. There she’s changing a culture by educating women & helping them find sustainable ways to live through a variety of innovative resource23full#022 Oiselle's Sally BergesenOiselle's Sally BergesenWed, 27 Sep 2017 17:50:58 +0000Sally Bergeson is the founder of Oiselle, a by women, for women running and athletic clothing company based in Seattle.

Sally founded the business more than 10 years ago when she became dismayed by the lack of availability of running shorts designed for women that were also well-made, comfortable and actually looked good. Oiselle’s first product (those running shorts that Sally had dreamed of) came to market in 2007 and the line expanded from there.

But Oiselle and Sally are about more than just the clothes. They’re about getting more women comfortable (and confident) in sports and also bringing that sisterhood together around the country and around the world.

]]>Sally Bergeson is the founder of Oiselle, a by women, for women running and athletic clothing company based in Seattle.

Sally founded the business more than 10 years ago when she became dismayed by the lack of availability of running shorts designed for women that were also well-made, comfortable and actually looked good. Oiselle’s first product (those running shorts that Sally had dreamed of) came to market in 2007 and the line expanded from there.

But Oiselle and Sally are about more than just the clothes. They’re about getting more women comfortable (and confident) in sports and also bringing that sisterhood together around the country and around the world.

]]>01:47:36noSally Bergeson is the founder of Oiselle, a by women, for women running and athletic clothing company based in Seattle.
Sally founded the business more than 10 years ago when she became dismayed by the lack of availability of running shorts designed for women that were also well-made, comfortable and actually looked good.
But Oiselle and Sally are about more than just clothes. They’re about getting more women comfortable in sports and bringing that sisterhood together around the country and the worl22fullBeth Whitman#021 Female Nomad Rita Golden GelmanFemale Nomad Rita Golden GelmanFri, 22 Sep 2017 20:53:53 +0000In 1987, Rita Golden Gelman divorced, sold her possessions and left behind what many would have considered to be a glamorous life in Los Angeles. She hasn’t had a permanent address since.

Rita is the author of Tales of a Female Nomad in which she chronicles her first 15 or so years of travel.

She’s also the author of Female Nomad and Friends, the profits of which go directly to help children living in a slum in Delhi. Rita is also the author of more than 70 children’s books, some of which are still in print and sold through Scholastic.

At 80, Rita is still traveling, still connecting (which is her big message) and she’s still inspiring others to do the same.

]]>In 1987, Rita Golden Gelman divorced, sold her possessions and left behind what many would have considered to be a glamorous life in Los Angeles. She hasn’t had a permanent address since.

Rita is the author of Tales of a Female Nomad in which she chronicles her first 15 or so years of travel.

She’s also the author of Female Nomad and Friends, the profits of which go directly to help children living in a slum in Delhi. Rita is also the author of more than 70 children’s books, some of which are still in print and sold through Scholastic.

At 80, Rita is still traveling, still connecting (which is her big message) and she’s still inspiring others to do the same.

]]>01:19:39noIn 1987, Rita Golden Gelman divorced, sold her possessions and left behind what many would have considered to be a glamorous life in Los Angeles. She hasn’t had a permanent address since.
Rita is the author of Tales of a Female Nomad in which she chronicles her first 15 or so years of travel. She’s also the author of Female Nomad and Friends, the profits of which go directly to help children living in a slum in Delhi.
At 80, Rita is still traveling, connecting and inspiring others to do the same.fullBeth Whitman#020 Singer/Songwriter Naomi WachiraSinger/Songwriter Naomi WachiraTue, 12 Sep 2017 21:31:56 +0000Naomi Wachira is a Kenya-born singer/songwriter who followed her heart and passion right into a path as a full-time musician.

She accomplished this by living life on her own terms despite going against cultural norms in many instances.

Among other things, Naomi talks about the catalyst that caused her to change the direction of her life and pursue music. She also discusses her life philosophy about the importance of being yourself and to not resist who you are which ultimately leads to a joyful life.

]]>Naomi Wachira is a Kenya-born singer/songwriter who followed her heart and passion right into a path as a full-time musician.

She accomplished this by living life on her own terms despite going against cultural norms in many instances.

Among other things, Naomi talks about the catalyst that caused her to change the direction of her life and pursue music. She also discusses her life philosophy about the importance of being yourself and to not resist who you are which ultimately leads to a joyful life.

]]>01:23:05noNaomi Wachira is a Kenya-born singer/songwriter who followed her heart and passion right into a path as a full-time musician.
She accomplished this by living life on her own terms despite going against cultural norms in many instances.
Among other things, Naomi talks about the catalyst that caused her to change the direction of her life and pursue music. She also discusses her life philosophy about the importance of being yourself and to not resist who you are which ultimately leads to a joyful life.20full#019 Professional Runner Katie MackeyProfessional Runner and Brooks Beast Katie MackeyTue, 29 Aug 2017 22:09:55 +0000Katie Mackey is a professional mid-distance runner who runs for the Brooks Beasts Track Club.

Katie attempted to qualify for RIO at the Olympic trials in Eugene, Oregon, last year but missed it by one spot. After that experience she spent a couple of months not quite feeling settled and wondered about continuing with her running career. But she picked herself up and found new purpose. Earlier this year she won a national title in a road mile race in Iowa and now she’s looking ahead to the Tokyo Olympics in 2020.

We covered a wide range of topics including how her performance improved once her husband started coaching her. We also talked about the specifics of her training as a Brooks Beast professional athlete and what her training days look like and that means weeks where she’s running as many as 80 miles.

We talked about the importance of recovery and what it is that makes a person a great runner.

We talk about how she handled those Olympic trials and also how she got back on track and is now looking forward to Tokyo.

And given her travel schedule, we also talk about how she finds places to run like in Morocco and Monaco and how she’s learned to be more flexible with her food and nutrition when she’s on the road.

]]>Katie Mackey is a professional mid-distance runner who runs for the Brooks Beasts Track Club.

Katie attempted to qualify for RIO at the Olympic trials in Eugene, Oregon, last year but missed it by one spot. After that experience she spent a couple of months not quite feeling settled and wondered about continuing with her running career. But she picked herself up and found new purpose. Earlier this year she won a national title in a road mile race in Iowa and now she’s looking ahead to the Tokyo Olympics in 2020.

We covered a wide range of topics including how her performance improved once her husband started coaching her. We also talked about the specifics of her training as a Brooks Beast professional athlete and what her training days look like and that means weeks where she’s running as many as 80 miles.

We talked about the importance of recovery and what it is that makes a person a great runner.

We talk about how she handled those Olympic trials and also how she got back on track and is now looking forward to Tokyo.

And given her travel schedule, we also talk about how she finds places to run like in Morocco and Monaco and how she’s learned to be more flexible with her food and nutrition when she’s on the road.

]]>01:25:32noKatie Mackey is a professional mid-distance runner who runs for the Brooks Beasts Track Club. Katie attempted to qualify for RIO at the Olympic trials in Eugene, Oregon last year but missed by one spot. After nearly abandoning her career, she found new purpose. Earlier this year she won a national title in a road mile race and is now looking ahead to the Tokyo Olympics.
We covered a wide range of topics including what her training days look like including those when she’s running as many as 80 miles.19fullBeth Whitman#018 Health Coach Sapana ChandraHealth Coach Sapana ChandraTue, 08 Aug 2017 22:34:48 +0000Sapana Chandra is a certified health coach, a healthy food and lifestyle blogger at Real + Vibrant and a popular Instagrammer with over 99,000 follower.

Her focus is plant-based nutrition and holistic wellness.

Her work has been featured in Thrive Magazine and Clean Eating Magazine. Her photos have been featured on major social media accounts including Whole Foods, William Sonoma, Cooking Light, SELF, West Elm, MindBodyGreen and the Huffington Post.

In this conversation, Sapana provides tips on choosing the best blender for making smoothies, where to buy the most affordable veggies and why she now chooses smoothies over juices.

]]>Sapana Chandra is a certified health coach, a healthy food and lifestyle blogger at Real + Vibrant and a popular Instagrammer with over 99,000 follower.

Her focus is plant-based nutrition and holistic wellness.

Her work has been featured in Thrive Magazine and Clean Eating Magazine. Her photos have been featured on major social media accounts including Whole Foods, William Sonoma, Cooking Light, SELF, West Elm, MindBodyGreen and the Huffington Post.

In this conversation, Sapana provides tips on choosing the best blender for making smoothies, where to buy the most affordable veggies and why she now chooses smoothies over juices.

]]>01:45:57noSapana Chandra is a certified health coach, a healthy food and lifestyle blogger at Real + Vibrant and a popular Instagrammer with over 99,000 followers.
She’s been featured in numerous magazines and on major social media accounts including Whole Foods and William Sonoma.
In this conversation, Sapana provides tips on choosing the best blender for making smoothies, where to buy the most affordable veggies and why she now chooses smoothies over juices.18fullBeth Whitman#017 Betsy Napper of the Tibetan Nuns ProjectBetsy Napper of the Tibetan Nuns ProjectWed, 02 Aug 2017 03:25:29 +0000Betsy Napper is the co-director of the Tibetan Nuns Project. She is a scholar of Tibet and Tibetan Buddhism and, among other works, is the co-editor of Kindness, Clarity and Insight, by His Holiness the Dalai Lama.

Though she now spends most of her time in Seattle, she does spend quite a bit of time in Dharamsala, India.

The Tibetan Nun’s Project works with over 800 refugee nuns from Tibet who have relocated to India.

In this episode we talk about her background as a Buddhist scholar, what led her to her involvement with the Tibetan Nuns Project and the work that the Project does to help nuns receive an education.

]]>Betsy Napper is the co-director of the Tibetan Nuns Project. She is a scholar of Tibet and Tibetan Buddhism and, among other works, is the co-editor of Kindness, Clarity and Insight, by His Holiness the Dalai Lama.

Though she now spends most of her time in Seattle, she does spend quite a bit of time in Dharamsala, India.

The Tibetan Nun’s Project works with over 800 refugee nuns from Tibet who have relocated to India.

In this episode we talk about her background as a Buddhist scholar, what led her to her involvement with the Tibetan Nuns Project and the work that the Project does to help nuns receive an education.

]]>57:24noBetsy Napper is the co-director of the Tibetan Nuns Project. She is a scholar of Tibetan Buddhism and, among other works, is the co-editor of Kindness, Clarity and Insight, by His Holiness the Dalai Lama.
The Tibetan Nun’s Project works with over 800 refugee nuns from Tibet who have relocated to India.
In this episode we talk about her background as a Buddhist scholar, what led her to her involvement with the Tibetan Nuns Project and the work that the Project does to help nuns receive an education.17fullBeth Whitman#016 Chef Mica Chavez of Santa FeChef Mica Chavez of Santa FeTue, 25 Jul 2017 21:47:37 +0000Today's conversation is with Chef Mica Chavez (also known as Chef Michelle) of Santa Fe.

Mica has a pretty big personality and if you’ve met her, you know that. But she’s also got a big smile and a big laugh and an this amazing aura and you can’t help but just feel lifted up in her presence. If you ever have a chance to take a cooking class with her, you’ll see what I mean.

In our conversation, she’s pretty honest when talking about her dark times and also how she finally got herself into recovery for drinking.

But we start with her early years working in restaurants (and how those were not healthy experiences for her) but also how she made a transition into sobriety after moving from Texas to Santa Fe where the lifestyle was so different (in a good way) than what she had been used to.

And at 48 ½ she believes there’s so much more ahead of her than is behind her.

* About Beth Whitman Beth is known as a women's travel expert with nearly 30 years of travel behind her. She's a public speaker, the founder of WanderlustAndLipstick.com and regularly leads tours to off-the-beaten path destinations around the globe through her company, WanderTours.

]]>Today's conversation is with Chef Mica Chavez (also known as Chef Michelle) of Santa Fe. Mica has a pretty big personality and if you’ve met her, you know that. But she’s also got a big smile and a big laugh and an this amazing aura and you can’t help but just feel lifted up in her presence. If you ever have a chance to take a cooking class with her, you’ll see what I mean. In our conversation, she’s pretty honest when talking about her dark times and also how she finally got herself into recovery for drinking. But we start with her early years working in restaurants (and how those were not healthy experiences for her) but also how she made a transition into sobriety after moving from Texas to Santa Fe where the lifestyle was so different (in a good way) than what she had been used to. And at 48 ½ she believes there’s so much more ahead of her than is behind her.

* About Beth Whitman Beth is known as a women's travel expert with nearly 30 years of travel behind her. She's a public speaker, the founder of WanderlustAndLipstick.com and regularly leads tours to off-the-beaten path destinations around the globe through her company, WanderTours.

]]>58:52noToday's conversation is with Chef Mica Chavez of Santa Fe.
Mica has a big personality but also an amazing presence and you can’t help but feel lifted up by her.
We start with her early years working in restaurants (and how those were not healthy experiences for her) but also how she made a transition into sobriety after moving from Texas to Santa Fe where the lifestyle was so different (in a good way) than what she had been used to.16fullBeth Whitman#015 Qualifying for the Boston MarathonQualifying for the Boston MarathonWed, 19 Jul 2017 03:32:25 +0000In this episode, I take some time to talk about my experience qualifying for the Boston Marathon when I ran on July 4th at the Foot Traffic Flat Marathon on Sauvie Island, near Portland, Oregon.

I get asked a lot about my training and how I stay motivated and wanted to address those topics and others.

I talk about how I got started running just a handful of years ago and how I ran 5 marathons in my 50th year, my first marathon ever being just a couple of weeks after I turned 50.

* About Beth Whitman Beth is known as a women's travel expert with nearly 30 years of travel behind her. She's a public speaker, the founder of WanderlustAndLipstick.com and regularly leads tours to off-the-beaten path destinations around the globe through her company, WanderTours.

]]>In this episode, I take some time to talk about my experience qualifying for the Boston Marathon when I ran on July 4th at the Foot Traffic Flat Marathon on Sauvie Island, near Portland, Oregon.

I get asked a lot about my training and how I stay motivated and wanted to address those topics and others.

I talk about how I got started running just a handful of years ago and how I ran 5 marathons in my 50th year, my first marathon ever being just a couple of weeks after I turned 50.

* About Beth Whitman Beth is known as a women's travel expert with nearly 30 years of travel behind her. She's a public speaker, the founder of WanderlustAndLipstick.com and regularly leads tours to off-the-beaten path destinations around the globe through her company, WanderTours.

]]>39:42noIn this episode, I take some time to talk about my experience qualifying for the Boston Marathon when I ran on July 4th at the Foot Traffic Flat Marathon on Sauvie Island, near Portland, Oregon.
I get asked a lot about my training and how I stay motivated and wanted to address those topics and others.
I talk about how I got started running just a handful of years ago and how I ran 5 marathons in my 50th year, my first marathon ever being just a couple of weeks after I turned 50.15fullBeth Whitman#014 James Beard Winner Lois Ellen FrankJames Beard Winner Lois Ellen FrankTue, 11 Jul 2017 23:27:52 +0000Lois Ellen Frank is a chef, author, Native foods historian, photographer and James Beard Award winner for her book Foods of the Southwest Indian Nations.

Lois lives in Santa Fe and works with the Native community by focusing on the importance of traditional foods in their culture. Through her company, Red Mesa Cuisine, Lois offers spectacular dinners and cooking classes but also lessons in food history, particularly as it relates to the Native Americans. Lois is really quite grounded and a very wise person and it becomes obvious that she puts a lot of love, thoughtfulness and wisdom into her cooking.

In this conversation, we talk about her childhood growing up on the east coast and how, at an early age, she was able to make money through her love of food and how her mother was so influential in fostering the idea that if Lois could dream it up, she could accomplish it.

We talk about how she was temporarily dissuaded in pursuing the culinary arts (because she was female and there was no such thing as "Native" food) so she went on to become an accomplished food photographer. But she found herself surrounded by foods that she was ethically opposed to until a comment by a mentor changed the trajectory of her life.

* About Beth Whitman Beth is known as a women's travel expert with nearly 30 years of travel behind her. She's a public speaker, the founder of WanderlustAndLipstick.com and regularly leads tours to off-the-beaten path destinations around the globe through her company, WanderTours.

]]>Lois Ellen Frank is a chef, author, Native foods historian, photographer and James Beard Award winner for her book Foods of the Southwest Indian Nations. Lois lives in Santa Fe and works with the Native community by focusing on the importance of traditional foods in their culture. Through her company, Red Mesa Cuisine, Lois offers spectacular dinners and cooking classes but also lessons in food history, particularly as it relates to the Native Americans. Lois is really quite grounded and a very wise person and it becomes obvious that she puts a lot of love, thoughtfulness and wisdom into her cooking. In this conversation, we talk about her childhood growing up on the east coast and how, at an early age, she was able to make money through her love of food and how her mother was so influential in fostering the idea that if Lois could dream it up, she could accomplish it. We talk about how she was temporarily dissuaded in pursuing the culinary arts (because she was female and there was no such thing as "Native" food) so she went on to become an accomplished food photographer. But she found herself surrounded by foods that she was ethically opposed to until a comment by a mentor changed the trajectory of her life.

* About Beth Whitman Beth is known as a women's travel expert with nearly 30 years of travel behind her. She's a public speaker, the founder of WanderlustAndLipstick.com and regularly leads tours to off-the-beaten path destinations around the globe through her company, WanderTours.

]]>01:10:33noLois Ellen Frank is a chef, author, Native foods historian, photographer and James Beard Award winner for her book Foods of the Southwest Indian Nations.
Lois lives in Santa Fe and works with the Native community by focusing on the importance of traditional foods in their culture. Through her company, Red Mesa Cuisine, Lois offers spectacular dinners and cooking classes but also lessons in food history, particularly as it relates to the Native Americans.14fullBeth Whitman#013 Pilot and Author Erin SeidemannPilot and Author Erin SeidemannThu, 06 Jul 2017 22:42:34 +0000Erin Seidemann is a pilot and author. With only 5% of pilots being female, this makes her quite special.

In this episode, we talk about the logistics of getting a pilot's license, the beauty of flying, the logistics of buying a plane and how few women, going back to Amelia Earhart’s time, are pilots.

We also talk about sexism in the industry and how she uses it to motivate herself and doesn’t get angry by comments from male pilots.

This conversation was a topic I knew so little about but Erin makes it seem so attainable. And while getting a pilot’s license and buying a plane are not available to everyone, you can apply her passion for flying to most any hobby and interest and realize that with unwavering determination, it’s possible to pursue your love.

* About Beth Whitman Beth is known as a women's travel expert with nearly 30 years of travel behind her. She's a public speaker, the founder of WanderlustAndLipstick.com and regularly leads tours to off-the-beaten path destinations around the globe through her company, WanderTours.

]]>Erin Seidemann is a pilot and author. With only 5% of pilots being female, this makes her quite special.

In this episode, we talk about the logistics of getting a pilot's license, the beauty of flying, the logistics of buying a plane and how few women, going back to Amelia Earhart’s time, are pilots. We also talk about sexism in the industry and how she uses it to motivate herself and doesn’t get angry by comments from male pilots. This conversation was a topic I knew so little about but Erin makes it seem so attainable. And while getting a pilot’s license and buying a plane are not available to everyone, you can apply her passion for flying to most any hobby and interest and realize that with unwavering determination, it’s possible to pursue your love.

* About Beth Whitman Beth is known as a women's travel expert with nearly 30 years of travel behind her. She's a public speaker, the founder of WanderlustAndLipstick.com and regularly leads tours to off-the-beaten path destinations around the globe through her company, WanderTours.

]]>01:17:46noErin Seidemann is a pilot and author. With only 5% of pilots being female, this makes her quite special.
We talk about the logistics of getting a pilot's license, the beauty of flying, the logistics of buying a plane and how few women, going back to Amelia Earhart’s time, are pilots.
We also talk about sexism in the industry and how she uses it to motivate herself and doesn’t get angry by comments from male pilots.13fullBeth Whitman#012 Former Louisiana State Representative Diane WinstonFormer Louisiana State Representative Diane WinstonTue, 27 Jun 2017 23:20:35 +0000Diane Winston served in the Louisiana State House of Representatives until mid-2008.

She understands all too well the reality of living and working in a male-dominated world. And she’s learned skills that have helped her navigate that especially when it comes to politics. Having served in a male-dominated career for a long time, Diane has some really strong opinions about the roles and talents of both men and women. She’s great at giving credit for both sexes but she’s realistic in terms of what holds women back from being more adventurous and risk takers.

This is NOT a political discussion :-)

Diane talks about retirement and how it’s easy to start second guessing yourself. We talk about how women are always going to be the primary care givers and, as a result, tend to put ourselves last.

We talk about the importance of setting goals and ticking things off a task list and why women need to learn how to be better goal setters in order to increase their satisfaction, gratification and prosperity. She believes it all comes down to having a fire in your belly (a passion) and that is the key to being successful and happy.

* About Beth Whitman Beth is known as a women's travel expert with nearly 30 years of travel behind her. She's a public speaker, the founder of WanderlustAndLipstick.com and regularly leads tours to off-the-beaten path destinations around the globe through her company, WanderTours.]]>Diane Winston served in the Louisiana State House of Representatives until mid-2008. She understands all too well the reality of living and working in a male-dominated world. And she’s learned skills that have helped her navigate that especially when it comes to politics. Having served in a male-dominated career for a long time, Diane has some really strong opinions about the roles and talents of both men and women. She’s great at giving credit for both sexes but she’s realistic in terms of what holds women back from being more adventurous and risk takers. This is NOT a political discussion :-) Diane talks about retirement and how it’s easy to start second guessing yourself. We talk about how women are always going to be the primary care givers and, as a result, tend to put ourselves last. We talk about the importance of setting goals and ticking things off a task list and why women need to learn how to be better goal setters in order to increase their satisfaction, gratification and prosperity. She believes it all comes down to having a fire in your belly (a passion) and that is the key to being successful and happy. * About Beth Whitman Beth is known as a women's travel expert with nearly 30 years of travel behind her. She's a public speaker, the founder of WanderlustAndLipstick.com and regularly leads tours to off-the-beaten path destinations around the globe through her company, WanderTours.]]>01:19:57noDiane Winston served in the Louisiana State House of Representatives until mid-2008.
She understands the reality of living and working in a male-dominated world. And she’s learned skills that have helped her navigate that especially when it comes to politics. Having served in a male-dominated career for a long time, Diane has some really strong opinions about the roles and talents of both men and women and realistic in terms of what holds women back from being more adventurous and risk takers.12fullBeth Whitman#011 Dr. Robyn Benson from Santa Fe SoulDr. Robyn Benson from Santa Fe SoulWed, 21 Jun 2017 20:02:30 +0000Dr. Robyn Benson is a Doctor of Oriental Medicine and runs a center called Santa Fe Soul where she practices Amplified Regenerative Therapies.

It's clear that Robyn is enthusiastic about her work and sees the possibility for all of us to live a more vibrant, amplified life.

She utilizes both traditional and cutting edge technologies including everything from acupuncture to herbs and IV drips to light and sound therapies. All of which have results based on scientific research.

We touch about these technologies as well as what people can do on an every day basis to take control of their health.

]]>Dr. Robyn Benson is a Doctor of Oriental Medicine and runs a center called Santa Fe Soul where she practices Amplified Regenerative Therapies.

It's clear that Robyn is enthusiastic about her work and sees the possibility for all of us to live a more vibrant, amplified life. She utilizes both traditional and cutting edge technologies including everything from acupuncture to herbs and IV drips to light and sound therapies. All of which have results based on scientific research.

We touch about these technologies as well as what people can do on an every day basis to take control of their health.

]]>01:37:36noDr. Robyn Benson is a Doctor of Oriental Medicine and runs Santa Fe Soul where she practices Amplified Regenerative Therapies.
Robyn is enthusiastic about her work and sees the possibility for all of us to live a more vibrant, amplified life.
She utilizes both traditional and cutting edge technologies including everything from acupuncture to herbs and IV drips to light and sound therapies. All of which have results based on scientific research.11fullBeth Whitman#010 Women's March Founder Teresa ShookWomen's March Founder Teresa ShookWed, 14 Jun 2017 03:18:55 +0000Teresa Shook is the founder of the Women's March. I knew this was going to be a special conversation but it went beyond what I imagine. Teresa’s an interesting woman on a lot of levels.

As we dug into a bit of her history, the environment in which she grew up and how she never seems to take no for an answer, you begin to understand how the women’s march could have grown so large.

We talked a lot about the women’s march, including what motivated her to start the event and the power of women showing up en-masse. We talked about her theory of how 53% of white women could have voted for the current president.

But we talked about other topics, too including how she wouldn’t accept a doctor’s diagnosis that she was going to be blind in six weeks’ time from a rare eye disease. She refused to believe him and overcame it by shear will and, later, through stem cell treatment. This determination has proved her well.]]>Teresa Shook is the founder of the Women's March. I knew this was going to be a special conversation but it went beyond what I imagine. Teresa’s an interesting woman on a lot of levels. As we dug into a bit of her history, the environment in which she grew up and how she never seems to take no for an answer, you begin to understand how the women’s march could have grown so large. We talked a lot about the women’s march, including what motivated her to start the event and the power of women showing up en-masse. We talked about her theory of how 53% of white women could have voted for the current president. But we talked about other topics, too including how she wouldn’t accept a doctor’s diagnosis that she was going to be blind in six weeks’ time from a rare eye disease. She refused to believe him and overcame it by shear will and, later, through stem cell treatment. This determination has proved her well.]]>01:20:57noTeresa Shook is the founder of the Women's March.
We dug into a bit of her history, the environment in which she grew up and how she never seems to take no for an answer, which explains how the women’s march could have grown so large.
We talked a lot about the women’s march, including what motivated her to start the event and the power of women showing up en-masse. We talked about her theory of how 53% of white women could have voted for the current president.10fullBeth Whitman#009 Diane LaVonne from Diane's Market KitchenDiane LaVonne from Diane's Market KitchenWed, 07 Jun 2017 23:10:25 +0000Diane LaVonne is the owner of Diane’s Market Kitchen in Seattle. Diane wears her heart on her sleeve in this conversation. She speaks truth, she’s confident, she’s raw and she’s just simply lovely.

She’s an anthropologist/historian by education, she’s worked in the pharmaceutical industry, she’s owned a catering business, she’s raised a family, she served on a school board, taught martial arts and now runs her own business that’s pretty close to the heart of Pike Place Market.

Diane really is a bit of a renaissance woman and what I discovered is that she is probably the most tenacious woman I’ve ever met.

As you’ll hear in this conversation, she’s overcome odds that were against her but she’s managed to stay focused on what she WANTED to do and, really, what she NEEDED to do to survive.]]>Diane LaVonne is the owner of Diane’s Market Kitchen in Seattle. Diane wears her heart on her sleeve in this conversation. She speaks truth, she’s confident, she’s raw and she’s just simply lovely. She’s an anthropologist/historian by education, she’s worked in the pharmaceutical industry, she’s owned a catering business, she’s raised a family, she served on a school board, taught martial arts and now runs her own business that’s pretty close to the heart of Pike Place Market. Diane really is a bit of a renaissance woman and what I discovered is that she is probably the most tenacious woman I’ve ever met. As you’ll hear in this conversation, she’s overcome odds that were against her but she’s managed to stay focused on what she WANTED to do and, really, what she NEEDED to do to survive.]]>01:14:59noDiane LaVonne is the owner of Diane’s Market Kitchen in Seattle. Diane wears her heart on her sleeve in this conversation. She speaks truth, she’s confident, she’s raw and she’s just simply lovely.
She’s an anthropologist/historian by education, she’s worked in the pharmaceutical industry, she’s owned a catering business, she’s raised a family, she served on a school board, taught martial arts and now runs her own business that’s pretty close to the heart of Pike Place Market.9fullBeth Whitman#008 Chef Amy Cyrex SinsChef Amy Cyrex SinsWed, 31 May 2017 04:54:20 +0000Chef Amy Cyrex Sins is the owner of Langlois, a culinary adventure in New Orleans. Amy has been an integral part of the WanderTours' New Orleans Culinary Tours for about four years.

While her business has changed since I first met her, she continues to provide wonderful cooking classes and demonstrations that give participants the chance to connect and share stories all while learning about the New Orleans culture.

We touched upon a number of topics including how she left her well-paying job to pursue what she wanted to do when she grew up, how Hurricane Katrina played a role in that decision, why a deadline is important to making something happen and how once you make a decision, you can’t go back to your old ways because that way then looks so unfulfilling.

]]>Chef Amy Cyrex Sins is the owner of Langlois, a culinary adventure in New Orleans. Amy has been an integral part of the WanderTours' New Orleans Culinary Tours for about four years.

While her business has changed since I first met her, she continues to provide wonderful cooking classes and demonstrations that give participants the chance to connect and share stories all while learning about the New Orleans culture. We touched upon a number of topics including how she left her well-paying job to pursue what she wanted to do when she grew up, how Hurricane Katrina played a role in that decision, why a deadline is important to making something happen and how once you make a decision, you can’t go back to your old ways because that way then looks so unfulfilling.

]]>01:02:08noChef Amy Cyrex Sins is the owner of Langlois, a culinary adventure in New Orleans.
We touched upon a number of topics including how she left her well-paying job to pursue what she wanted to do when she grew up, how Hurricane Katrina played a role in that decision, why a deadline is important to making something happen and how once you make a decision, you can’t go back to your old ways because that way then looks so unfulfilling.8fullBeth Whitman#007 Travel Writer Harriet BaskasTravel Writer Harriet BaskasThu, 25 May 2017 02:48:05 +0000Harriet Baskas is an accomplished travel writer and book author who takes being curious to the nth degree. Her favorite thing to do is spend times wandering around airports, hence her website, Stuck at the Airport. She finds the most interesting things in the common places.

In her quiet, unassuming way, she’s held steadfast in her career by following what she loves, she calls it following her bliss.]]>Harriet Baskas is an accomplished travel writer and book author who takes being curious to the nth degree. Her favorite thing to do is spend times wandering around airports, hence her website, Stuck at the Airport. She finds the most interesting things in the common places. In her quiet, unassuming way, she’s held steadfast in her career by following what she loves, she calls it following her bliss.]]>39:53noHarriet Baskas is an accomplished travel writer and book author who takes being curious to the nth degree. Her favorite thing to do is spend times wandering around airports, hence her website, Stuck at the Airport. She finds the most interesting things in the common places.
In her quiet, unassuming way, she’s held steadfast in her career by following what she loves, she calls it following her bliss.7fullBeth Whitman#006 MiMi from MiMi Globe GoodsMiMi from MiMi Globe GoodsWed, 17 May 2017 03:40:15 +0000MiMi Tung-Edelman is the founder of MiMi Globe Goods, a non-profit that helps stay-at-home immigrants by empowering them with skills and equipment to design, create and market hand-crafted jewelry and accessories.

MiMi's an immigrant herself, originally from Taiwan, but made her way to the U.S. by way of Saudi Arabia. It was here that she went to university to become a pharmacist. Hear how this background would later influence her to help immigrants today through her company.]]>MiMi Tung-Edelman is the founder of MiMi Globe Goods, a non-profit that helps stay-at-home immigrants by empowering them with skills and equipment to design, create and market hand-crafted jewelry and accessories. MiMi's an immigrant herself, originally from Taiwan, but made her way to the U.S. by way of Saudi Arabia. It was here that she went to university to become a pharmacist. Hear how this background would later influence her to help immigrants today through her company.]]>55:01noMiMi Tung-Edelman is the founder of MiMi Globe Goods, a non-profit that helps stay-at-home immigrants by empowering them with skills and equipment to design, create and market hand-crafted jewelry and accessories.
MiMi's an immigrant herself, originally from Taiwan, but made her way to the U.S. by way of Saudi Arabia. It was here that she went to university to become a pharmacist. Hear how this background would later influence her to help immigrants today through her company.6fullBeth Whitman#005 Buddhist Teacher Linda FaneBuddhist Teacher Linda FaneWed, 10 May 2017 03:39:35 +0000While Linda Fane is an Agile Coach and Facilitator, she's also a long-time Buddhist practitioner and teacher. Linda's managed to bring what she's learned from Buddha's teachings to her every day life in the often-times stressful world of technology.

This episode is packed with pearls of wisdom and insight about meditation and the wisdom that hails from a Buddhist practice.

]]>While Linda Fane is an Agile Coach and Facilitator, she's also a long-time Buddhist practitioner and teacher. Linda's managed to bring what she's learned from Buddha's teachings to her every day life in the often-times stressful world of technology.

This episode is packed with pearls of wisdom and insight about meditation and the wisdom that hails from a Buddhist practice.

]]>01:05:21noWhile Linda Fane is an Agile Coach and Facilitator, she's also a long-time Buddhist practitioner and teacher. Linda's managed to bring what she's learned from Buddha's teachings to her every day life in the often-times stressful world of technology.
This episode is packed with pearls of wisdom and insight about meditation and the wisdom that hails from a Buddhist practice.5fullBeth Whitman#004 Atlas Obscura Author Ella MortonAtlas Obscura Author Ella MortonThu, 04 May 2017 01:00:42 +0000Ella Morton is the co-author of the book, Atlas Obscura: An Explorer’s Guide to the World’s Hidden Wonders. She was born in New Zealand, raised in Australia and now lives in New York City.

Ella and her team have uncovered some truly unusual sights around the world. Things you couldn’t even dream up in your wildest imagination but never-the-less are documented in this book with about 700 entries in all.]]>Ella Morton is the co-author of the book, Atlas Obscura: An Explorer’s Guide to the World’s Hidden Wonders. She was born in New Zealand, raised in Australia and now lives in New York City. Ella and her team have uncovered some truly unusual sights around the world. Things you couldn’t even dream up in your wildest imagination but never-the-less are documented in this book with about 700 entries in all.]]>01:00:32noElla Morton is the co-author of the book, Atlas Obscura: An Explorer’s Guide to the World’s Hidden Wonders. She was born in New Zealand, raised in Australia and now lives in New York City.
Ella and her team have uncovered some truly unusual sights around the world. Things you couldn’t even dream up in your wildest imagination but never-the-less are documented in this book with about 700 entries in all.4fullBeth Whitman#003 Moloka'i's Teri WarosMoloka'i's Teri WarosWed, 26 Apr 2017 19:09:16 +0000"There’s a lot of us women that at this stage of our life that need to step out of the pace of life and take a look, be a little reflective and Molokai holds the space for that. You go to the beach, you’re going to be the only one on the beach." ~ Teri Waros

Teri Waros is the owner of Kalele Bookstore and Divine Expressions, a book and gift store on the island of Molokai. But more than a gift store owner, Teri is a wise woman and a magnet for activity in this small community.

There are a lot of gems in this conversation. Take the time to listen and really reflect on some of her thoughts and ideas.

]]>"There’s a lot of us women that at this stage of our life that need to step out of the pace of life and take a look, be a little reflective and Molokai holds the space for that. You go to the beach, you’re going to be the only one on the beach." ~ Teri Waros

Teri Waros is the owner of Kalele Bookstore and Divine Expressions, a book and gift store on the island of Molokai. But more than a gift store owner, Teri is a wise woman and a magnet for activity in this small community. There are a lot of gems in this conversation. Take the time to listen and really reflect on some of her thoughts and ideas.

]]>56:14notravel,women,adventure,spirituality,outdoorsTeri Waros is the owner of Kalele Bookstore and Divine Expressions, a book and gift store on the island of Molokai. But more than a gift store owner, Teri is a wise woman and a magnet for activity in this small community.
There are a lot of gems in this conversation. Take the time to listen and really reflect on some of her thoughts and ideas.3fullBeth Whitman#002 Kind Traveler's Jessica BlotterKind Traveler's Jessica BlotterTue, 18 Apr 2017 04:47:52 +0000Jessica Blotter is the co-founder of Kind Traveler. Beth speaks with Jessica at the San Diego Travel and Adventure Show where they chat about how Kind Traveler came to be, how travelers can be more ethical with regards to their travels and how Jessica manages the stress of running a startup.]]>Jessica Blotter is the co-founder of Kind Traveler. Beth speaks with Jessica at the San Diego Travel and Adventure Show where they chat about how Kind Traveler came to be, how travelers can be more ethical with regards to their travels and how Jessica manages the stress of running a startup.]]>49:12noJessica Blotter is the co-founder of Kind Traveler. Beth speaks with Jessica at the San Diego Travel and Adventure Show where they chat about how Kind Traveler came to be, how travelers can be more ethical with regards to their travels and how Jessica manages the stress of running a startup.2fullBeth WhitmanBe Bold: Welcome!Wed, 05 Apr 2017 01:43:58 +0000Beth Whitman brings her 30+ years of travel experience to this podcast that includes conversations with women doing extraordinary things in the world of adventure, travel, spirituality, health, lifestyle, fitness, exercise and philanthropy.]]>Beth Whitman brings her 30+ years of travel experience to this podcast that includes conversations with women doing extraordinary things in the world of adventure, travel, spirituality, health, lifestyle, fitness, exercise and philanthropy.]]>09:30notravel,exercise,fitness,women,adventure,health,spirituality,lifestyle